BIG4 Holiday Parks provide sites and accommodation options to suit a wider range of budgets and holiday needs whether you're on an extended road-trip with a loved one or getting the family together for some quality time. Find out more Bright, VIC

BIG4 Holiday Parks provide sites and accommodation options to suit a wider range of budgets and holiday needs whether you're on an extended road-trip with a loved one or getting the family together for some quality time. Find out more

Fishing in the Alpine region

Bright and surrounds, with its pristine waters, is sure to cater for all your fishing desires. Whether it's fly fishing in our rivers and streams - Southern Fly fishing can show you how and where - dangling a worm or lure in a river, Alpine angling in our lakes and reservoirs or catching dinner at the Trout and Salmon farm.

Fishing Paradise - we have it all!!!!!!!

The main rivers of Ovens, Buffalo and Buckland flow in wide valleys of cleared farmland surrounded by mountains. High annual rainfall and granite rocks in the mountains result in clear, fast flowing, clear water rivers and tributaries. These support good self-sustaining populations of blackfish and brown trout. Access to almost all rivers is excellent with good fly fishing possible without extensive walking.

Before you head out remember to pick up a Recreational Fishing Licence (RFL) which covers, all forms of recreational fishing in all of Victoria's marine, estuarine and freshwaters and is required for anyone aged between 18 and 70. You can purchase your licence online or if you are already in Bright drop into the Bright Disposals and Outdoor Centre where you can also get all your bait and tackle needs.

Fishing Season

The streams and rivers close during winter from Queens birthday weekend at the start of June to the first weekend in September. During this time, anglers can still fish for trout and salmon in Victorian lakes and reservoirs, which remain open year round.

Lakes and Reservoirs

Lake Buffalo, on the Buffalo River, provides great fishing opportunities with picturesque surroundings incorporating views of Mount Buffalo. With toilet facilities, barbeques and park facilities it’s a great spot to take the whole family.